1987 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | DTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
